The Arizona Cardinals take on the LA Rams in Week 6. There are a couple of key absences for both teams, which impact the matchups.
What are the key matchups to watch?
WR Michael Wilson vs. CB Jaylen Watson
Trent McDuffie is out, which means Watson, who has been fantastic for the Rams early this season, will be the guy assigned to Wilson, the Cardinals' only real threat at wide receiver.
Josh Sweat, other Cardinals OLBs vs. Dan Quessenberry
Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson is out with a one-game suspension. Quessenberry hasn't started a game since 2023. The Cardinals haven't had much pressure from the edge, but can they get some against a backup left tackle?
Garrett Williams, Denzel Burke vs. Puka Nacua
The Rams love to use Nacua inside and out. He has a whopping 17 catches on Monday.
Jon Gaines vs. Aaron Donald
Donald doesn't have any sacks yet this season but is getting pressure. Gaines had a rough game last week.
Jayden Williams vs. Byron Young
Williams struggled last week in his first start at left tackle. Young leads the Rams with 3.5 sacks.
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